Clippers penalized by NBA
Sept. 2, 2026 — The NBA released final findings from an independent investigation into the LA Clippers and Kawhi Leonard, imposing sweeping penalties: the Clippers forfeit five first‑round picks (2029–2033) and are fined $30 million; owner Steve Ballmer is suspended one year; Gillian Zucker suspended one year; Lawrence Frank suspended six months; Kawhi Leonard must pay $700,000; Dennis Robertson is banned from NBA team business for five years.
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Trae Young re-signs with Wizards
Sept. 2, 2026 — The NBA’s offseason tracker notes Trae Young has agreed to a four‑year deal to remain with the Washington Wizards. The re‑signing secures the All‑Star guard as Washington’s lead playmaker heading into the 2026‑27 season and locks in the core backcourt for the club’s upcoming campaign.
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Sabonis skips Lithuania window
Sept. 2, 2026 — Domantas Sabonis did not participate in Lithuania’s latest FIBA World Cup qualifying window, NBA player news reports. The Kings’ veteran big man (knee) turned his focus to preparing for the 2026‑27 NBA season as he continues recovery and a phased return to full team activities ahead of training camp.
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Porziņģis skips Latvia duty
Sept. 2, 2026 — Kristaps Porziņģis did not take part in Latvia’s recent FIBA qualifying window as he concentrated on preparing for Golden State’s 2026‑27 campaign, Rotowire notes on NBA.com. Porziņģis averaged 16.7 points, 5.2 rebounds and 1.5 blocks last season and will prioritize conditioning for the Warriors’ upcoming season.
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Giannis sits out Greece qualifiers
Sept. 2, 2026 — Giannis Antetokounmpo did not participate in Greece’s latest FIBA World Cup qualifying window as he focused on preparing for the 2026‑27 NBA season, NBA player news records. The two‑time MVP’s absence was described as part of his season‑preparation plan while he manages knee recovery work.
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Blazers acquire Ja Morant
Sept. 2, 2026 — The NBA’s updated offseason trade tracker reiterates Portland’s summer blockbuster: the Trail Blazers acquired Ja Morant from the Memphis Grizzlies in a deal that sent Jerami Grant and Kris Murray to Memphis. The move reshaped Portland’s backcourt and remained listed in the league’s September 2 update.
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